
August 14: Covering the Commonwealth
Trump, Vance Plan PA Stops. Here is the PoliticsPA Playbook
Trump, Vance Plan PA Stops. Here is the PoliticsPA Playbook
🐪 It’s Wednesday. Another beaut. Enjoy while we can!
PA Weather
☀️ Uniontown | Sunny, 82
☀️ Northumberland | Sunny, 84
☀️ Upland | Sunny, 85
PA Sports
⚾ Phillies (69-50) | Miami 0-5 | Wed vs. Miami
⚾ Pirates (56-63) | San Diego 0-3 | Wed vs. San Diego
⚽ Union (Leagues Cup) | Cincinnati 4-2 | Sat vs. Mazatlán
👂 What We’re Hearing. “The Democrats try to win as the women’s party, and the Republicans try to win as the men’s party,” says Richard V. Reeves, founding president of the new research group American Institute for Boys and Men.
👀 What We’re Seeing. A Cook Political Report survey out this morning shows Kamala Harris with a 48-43% polling advantage over Donald Trump in a multi-candidate race in PA.
🎂 Happy Birthday. Cake and candles for Rep. Dane Watro.
🗞️ Pennsylvania Headlines >> Your Inbox. Where can you find all the latest news on what’s happening in Keystone State politics? Sign up for the PoliticsPA Playbook. We’ll deliver all the latest headlines in an easy-to-read format every weekday at 8 AM. And it’s free. Add your name to the list and subscribe now.
“Pennsylvania remains front and center on the national election stage as former President Donald J. Trump returns Saturday for a campaign rally in Luzerne County’s hub, Wilkes-Barre.
Northeast Pennsylvania proved to be a stronghold for Trump in the 2020 election.
While President Joe Biden comfortably carried Lackawanna County and to a lesser extent, Monroe County, Trump rolled in Luzerne County and the five other counties on its border: Wyoming, Sullivan, Columbia, Schuylkill, Carbon.” (CNHI News)
Related
Harris, Walz Announce Pennsylvania Bus Tour to Launch in Pittsburgh. “Presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris and running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz are set to kick off a Pennsylvania bus tour Sunday in Pittsburgh.Though a specific schedule hasn’t been released, the tour is expected to focus on meeting voters in community settings such as retail locations while also including canvass kickoff events.” (Greensburg Tribune-Review)
Americans Give Harris An Advantage Over Trump on Honesty and Discipline, An AP-NORC Poll Finds. “Nearly half of Americans say that “committed to democracy” and “disciplined” are attributes that better describe Harris. About 3 in 10 say these qualities better describe Trump.” (AP)
In Pennsylvania, Harris Can’t Shake Her Anti-Fracking Past. “After years of positioning herself as a climate crusader and ardent opponent of fracking, Kamala Harris has avoided mention of such credentials in this must-win state for Democrats, where natural gas drives the economy, culture and everyday conversation.” (Washington Post)
“Democrats (3.9M) continue to hold a registration advantage over Republicans (3.55M) by approximately 356,000 voters. Those registered with no affiliation total just over one million (1.03M), while other party registrants are just under 345,000.
Democrats dominate the big cities and southeast collar counties, ceding to the GOP the other 54 counties in the state.” (PoliticsPA)
Related
Struggle for PA House Underway With Door-To-Door Campaigns and Speculation On Effects of Trump, Harris. “The struggle for control of the closely divided Pennsylvania House of Representatives is playing out on thousands of doorsteps across the state.” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)
Forward Party Places Pair on PA Ballot. “Montgomery County’s Eric Settle and Allegheny County’s Chris Foster will be placed on the November ballot for Attorney General and State Treasurer, respectively.” (PoliticsPA)
PA Small Businesses Getting Record Amount of Work From State Government. “An initiative launched by Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration last September aimed at helping small business navigate the process of getting state government business is paying off.” (PennLive)
Reading Could Become Third Pennsylvania City to Ban Ghost Guns After Court Ruling. “The Reading City Council took a historic step Monday to ban the sale or transfer of so-called ghost guns — unserialized firearms made from parts, kits or 3D-printed pieces that can be sold without background checks.” (Penn Capital-Star)
The $567M Price Tag of Gun Violence in Pennsylvania. “The debate over gun violence prevention often boils down to constitutionality and grim crime statistics. While the human impact of the issue can’t be fully measured, it’s not impossible to put some real numbers behind the fallout.” (The Center Square)
“Jenna Richter never planned to move to the suburbs.
“We’re city folks that moved out to the country,” Richter, 38, said.
A liberal Democrat who abhors former President Donald Trump, Richter took her politics with her. She plans to vote for Vice President Kamala Harris this year. People like Richter have defined a political shift to the left in her new town and throughout the Philadelphia collar counties. ” (Philadelphia Inquirer)
Related
Referendum to Ban Pittsburgh From Conducting Business With Israel Faces Legal Challenges. “City of Pittsburgh operations could come grinding to a halt — buildings dark, public transport riders stranded, firefighters unable to enter burning buildings and paramedics unable to administer life-saving drugs — if a proposed ballot measure seeking to cut all ties to Israel is passed in November.” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)
Lancaster County Democrats Schedule Private Meeting to Replace Rep. Mike Sturla on Ballot. “Democratic Party officials in parts of Lancaster County covered by the 96th Legislative District are scheduled to meet Wednesday evening to pick their preferred candidate to run for the state House seat in November.” (LNP | Lancaster Online)
Amid Flood of AI Open-Records Requests, Somerset County Among Governments Adjusting Policies. “An onslaught of Right-to-Know requests submitted through artificial intelligence tools has raised the eyebrows of public records clerks in governmental agencies across Pennsylvania, including Somerset County.” (Johnstown Tribune-Democrat)
Philly-Based Influencers Weigh In On Their Rise In Political Clout. “Political campaigns hope to parlay an influencer’s authentic relationship with their audience into votes for their candidate.” (WHYY)
Podcast: Waltzing With Conor Lamb. “Former Congressman Conor Lamb shares personal anecdotes about working with Tim Walz. He also provides unique insights on how national Democrats can best communicate about the natural gas industry.” (Kitchen Table Politics)
“As society’s feelings toward dating apps have shifted from taboo to fun to frustrating, the underlying businesses are being forced to rethink their products.
The big picture: Dating apps were initially novel, each with a unique twist — Tinder was about swiping for a hookup, Hinge connected mutual friends via Facebook, and Bumble had women make the first move.
Over time, those lines have blurred, as the apps found themselves gravitating toward the same growth and monetization strategies.” (Axios)
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🐪 It’s Wednesday. Another beaut. Enjoy while we can!
PA Weather
☀️ Uniontown | Sunny, 82
☀️ Northumberland | Sunny, 84
☀️ Upland | Sunny, 85
PA Sports
⚾ Phillies (69-50) | Miami 0-5 | Wed vs. Miami
⚾ Pirates (56-63) | San Diego 0-3 | Wed vs. San Diego
⚽ Union (Leagues Cup) | Cincinnati 4-2 | Sat vs. Mazatlán
👂 What We’re Hearing. “The Democrats try to win as the women’s party, and the Republicans try to win as the men’s party,” says Richard V. Reeves, founding president of the new research group American Institute for Boys and Men.
👀 What We’re Seeing. A Cook Political Report survey out this morning shows Kamala Harris with a 48-43% polling advantage over Donald Trump in a multi-candidate race in PA.
🎂 Happy Birthday. Cake and candles for Rep. Dane Watro.
🗞️ Pennsylvania Headlines >> Your Inbox. Where can you find all the latest news on what’s happening in Keystone State politics? Sign up for the PoliticsPA Playbook. We’ll deliver all the latest headlines in an easy-to-read format every weekday at 8 AM. And it’s free. Add your name to the list and subscribe now.
“Pennsylvania remains front and center on the national election stage as former President Donald J. Trump returns Saturday for a campaign rally in Luzerne County’s hub, Wilkes-Barre.
Northeast Pennsylvania proved to be a stronghold for Trump in the 2020 election.
While President Joe Biden comfortably carried Lackawanna County and to a lesser extent, Monroe County, Trump rolled in Luzerne County and the five other counties on its border: Wyoming, Sullivan, Columbia, Schuylkill, Carbon.” (CNHI News)
Related
Harris, Walz Announce Pennsylvania Bus Tour to Launch in Pittsburgh. “Presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris and running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz are set to kick off a Pennsylvania bus tour Sunday in Pittsburgh.Though a specific schedule hasn’t been released, the tour is expected to focus on meeting voters in community settings such as retail locations while also including canvass kickoff events.” (Greensburg Tribune-Review)
Americans Give Harris An Advantage Over Trump on Honesty and Discipline, An AP-NORC Poll Finds. “Nearly half of Americans say that “committed to democracy” and “disciplined” are attributes that better describe Harris. About 3 in 10 say these qualities better describe Trump.” (AP)
In Pennsylvania, Harris Can’t Shake Her Anti-Fracking Past. “After years of positioning herself as a climate crusader and ardent opponent of fracking, Kamala Harris has avoided mention of such credentials in this must-win state for Democrats, where natural gas drives the economy, culture and everyday conversation.” (Washington Post)
“Democrats (3.9M) continue to hold a registration advantage over Republicans (3.55M) by approximately 356,000 voters. Those registered with no affiliation total just over one million (1.03M), while other party registrants are just under 345,000.
Democrats dominate the big cities and southeast collar counties, ceding to the GOP the other 54 counties in the state.” (PoliticsPA)
Related
Struggle for PA House Underway With Door-To-Door Campaigns and Speculation On Effects of Trump, Harris. “The struggle for control of the closely divided Pennsylvania House of Representatives is playing out on thousands of doorsteps across the state.” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)
Forward Party Places Pair on PA Ballot. “Montgomery County’s Eric Settle and Allegheny County’s Chris Foster will be placed on the November ballot for Attorney General and State Treasurer, respectively.” (PoliticsPA)
PA Small Businesses Getting Record Amount of Work From State Government. “An initiative launched by Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration last September aimed at helping small business navigate the process of getting state government business is paying off.” (PennLive)
Reading Could Become Third Pennsylvania City to Ban Ghost Guns After Court Ruling. “The Reading City Council took a historic step Monday to ban the sale or transfer of so-called ghost guns — unserialized firearms made from parts, kits or 3D-printed pieces that can be sold without background checks.” (Penn Capital-Star)
The $567M Price Tag of Gun Violence in Pennsylvania. “The debate over gun violence prevention often boils down to constitutionality and grim crime statistics. While the human impact of the issue can’t be fully measured, it’s not impossible to put some real numbers behind the fallout.” (The Center Square)
“Jenna Richter never planned to move to the suburbs.
“We’re city folks that moved out to the country,” Richter, 38, said.
A liberal Democrat who abhors former President Donald Trump, Richter took her politics with her. She plans to vote for Vice President Kamala Harris this year. People like Richter have defined a political shift to the left in her new town and throughout the Philadelphia collar counties. ” (Philadelphia Inquirer)
Related
Referendum to Ban Pittsburgh From Conducting Business With Israel Faces Legal Challenges. “City of Pittsburgh operations could come grinding to a halt — buildings dark, public transport riders stranded, firefighters unable to enter burning buildings and paramedics unable to administer life-saving drugs — if a proposed ballot measure seeking to cut all ties to Israel is passed in November.” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)
Lancaster County Democrats Schedule Private Meeting to Replace Rep. Mike Sturla on Ballot. “Democratic Party officials in parts of Lancaster County covered by the 96th Legislative District are scheduled to meet Wednesday evening to pick their preferred candidate to run for the state House seat in November.” (LNP | Lancaster Online)
Amid Flood of AI Open-Records Requests, Somerset County Among Governments Adjusting Policies. “An onslaught of Right-to-Know requests submitted through artificial intelligence tools has raised the eyebrows of public records clerks in governmental agencies across Pennsylvania, including Somerset County.” (Johnstown Tribune-Democrat)
Philly-Based Influencers Weigh In On Their Rise In Political Clout. “Political campaigns hope to parlay an influencer’s authentic relationship with their audience into votes for their candidate.” (WHYY)
Podcast: Waltzing With Conor Lamb. “Former Congressman Conor Lamb shares personal anecdotes about working with Tim Walz. He also provides unique insights on how national Democrats can best communicate about the natural gas industry.” (Kitchen Table Politics)
“As society’s feelings toward dating apps have shifted from taboo to fun to frustrating, the underlying businesses are being forced to rethink their products.
The big picture: Dating apps were initially novel, each with a unique twist — Tinder was about swiping for a hookup, Hinge connected mutual friends via Facebook, and Bumble had women make the first move.
Over time, those lines have blurred, as the apps found themselves gravitating toward the same growth and monetization strategies.” (Axios)
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🐪 It’s Wednesday. Another beaut. Enjoy while we can!
PA Weather
☀️ Uniontown | Sunny, 82
☀️ Northumberland | Sunny, 84
☀️ Upland | Sunny, 85
PA Sports
⚾ Phillies (69-50) | Miami 0-5 | Wed vs. Miami
⚾ Pirates (56-63) | San Diego 0-3 | Wed vs. San Diego
⚽ Union (Leagues Cup) | Cincinnati 4-2 | Sat vs. Mazatlán
👂 What We’re Hearing. “The Democrats try to win as the women’s party, and the Republicans try to win as the men’s party,” says Richard V. Reeves, founding president of the new research group American Institute for Boys and Men.
👀 What We’re Seeing. A Cook Political Report survey out this morning shows Kamala Harris with a 48-43% polling advantage over Donald Trump in a multi-candidate race in PA.
🎂 Happy Birthday. Cake and candles for Rep. Dane Watro.
🗞️ Pennsylvania Headlines >> Your Inbox. Where can you find all the latest news on what’s happening in Keystone State politics? Sign up for the PoliticsPA Playbook. We’ll deliver all the latest headlines in an easy-to-read format every weekday at 8 AM. And it’s free. Add your name to the list and subscribe now.
“Pennsylvania remains front and center on the national election stage as former President Donald J. Trump returns Saturday for a campaign rally in Luzerne County’s hub, Wilkes-Barre.
Northeast Pennsylvania proved to be a stronghold for Trump in the 2020 election.
While President Joe Biden comfortably carried Lackawanna County and to a lesser extent, Monroe County, Trump rolled in Luzerne County and the five other counties on its border: Wyoming, Sullivan, Columbia, Schuylkill, Carbon.” (CNHI News)
Related
Harris, Walz Announce Pennsylvania Bus Tour to Launch in Pittsburgh. “Presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris and running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz are set to kick off a Pennsylvania bus tour Sunday in Pittsburgh.Though a specific schedule hasn’t been released, the tour is expected to focus on meeting voters in community settings such as retail locations while also including canvass kickoff events.” (Greensburg Tribune-Review)
Americans Give Harris An Advantage Over Trump on Honesty and Discipline, An AP-NORC Poll Finds. “Nearly half of Americans say that “committed to democracy” and “disciplined” are attributes that better describe Harris. About 3 in 10 say these qualities better describe Trump.” (AP)
In Pennsylvania, Harris Can’t Shake Her Anti-Fracking Past. “After years of positioning herself as a climate crusader and ardent opponent of fracking, Kamala Harris has avoided mention of such credentials in this must-win state for Democrats, where natural gas drives the economy, culture and everyday conversation.” (Washington Post)
“Democrats (3.9M) continue to hold a registration advantage over Republicans (3.55M) by approximately 356,000 voters. Those registered with no affiliation total just over one million (1.03M), while other party registrants are just under 345,000.
Democrats dominate the big cities and southeast collar counties, ceding to the GOP the other 54 counties in the state.” (PoliticsPA)
Related
Struggle for PA House Underway With Door-To-Door Campaigns and Speculation On Effects of Trump, Harris. “The struggle for control of the closely divided Pennsylvania House of Representatives is playing out on thousands of doorsteps across the state.” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)
Forward Party Places Pair on PA Ballot. “Montgomery County’s Eric Settle and Allegheny County’s Chris Foster will be placed on the November ballot for Attorney General and State Treasurer, respectively.” (PoliticsPA)
PA Small Businesses Getting Record Amount of Work From State Government. “An initiative launched by Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration last September aimed at helping small business navigate the process of getting state government business is paying off.” (PennLive)
Reading Could Become Third Pennsylvania City to Ban Ghost Guns After Court Ruling. “The Reading City Council took a historic step Monday to ban the sale or transfer of so-called ghost guns — unserialized firearms made from parts, kits or 3D-printed pieces that can be sold without background checks.” (Penn Capital-Star)
The $567M Price Tag of Gun Violence in Pennsylvania. “The debate over gun violence prevention often boils down to constitutionality and grim crime statistics. While the human impact of the issue can’t be fully measured, it’s not impossible to put some real numbers behind the fallout.” (The Center Square)
“Jenna Richter never planned to move to the suburbs.
“We’re city folks that moved out to the country,” Richter, 38, said.
A liberal Democrat who abhors former President Donald Trump, Richter took her politics with her. She plans to vote for Vice President Kamala Harris this year. People like Richter have defined a political shift to the left in her new town and throughout the Philadelphia collar counties. ” (Philadelphia Inquirer)
Related
Referendum to Ban Pittsburgh From Conducting Business With Israel Faces Legal Challenges. “City of Pittsburgh operations could come grinding to a halt — buildings dark, public transport riders stranded, firefighters unable to enter burning buildings and paramedics unable to administer life-saving drugs — if a proposed ballot measure seeking to cut all ties to Israel is passed in November.” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)
Lancaster County Democrats Schedule Private Meeting to Replace Rep. Mike Sturla on Ballot. “Democratic Party officials in parts of Lancaster County covered by the 96th Legislative District are scheduled to meet Wednesday evening to pick their preferred candidate to run for the state House seat in November.” (LNP | Lancaster Online)
Amid Flood of AI Open-Records Requests, Somerset County Among Governments Adjusting Policies. “An onslaught of Right-to-Know requests submitted through artificial intelligence tools has raised the eyebrows of public records clerks in governmental agencies across Pennsylvania, including Somerset County.” (Johnstown Tribune-Democrat)
Philly-Based Influencers Weigh In On Their Rise In Political Clout. “Political campaigns hope to parlay an influencer’s authentic relationship with their audience into votes for their candidate.” (WHYY)
Podcast: Waltzing With Conor Lamb. “Former Congressman Conor Lamb shares personal anecdotes about working with Tim Walz. He also provides unique insights on how national Democrats can best communicate about the natural gas industry.” (Kitchen Table Politics)
“As society’s feelings toward dating apps have shifted from taboo to fun to frustrating, the underlying businesses are being forced to rethink their products.
The big picture: Dating apps were initially novel, each with a unique twist — Tinder was about swiping for a hookup, Hinge connected mutual friends via Facebook, and Bumble had women make the first move.
Over time, those lines have blurred, as the apps found themselves gravitating toward the same growth and monetization strategies.” (Axios)
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Please invite your friends
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🐪 It’s Wednesday. Another beaut. Enjoy while we can!
PA Weather
☀️ Uniontown | Sunny, 82
☀️ Northumberland | Sunny, 84
☀️ Upland | Sunny, 85
PA Sports
⚾ Phillies (69-50) | Miami 0-5 | Wed vs. Miami
⚾ Pirates (56-63) | San Diego 0-3 | Wed vs. San Diego
⚽ Union (Leagues Cup) | Cincinnati 4-2 | Sat vs. Mazatlán
👂 What We’re Hearing. “The Democrats try to win as the women’s party, and the Republicans try to win as the men’s party,” says Richard V. Reeves, founding president of the new research group American Institute for Boys and Men.
👀 What We’re Seeing. A Cook Political Report survey out this morning shows Kamala Harris with a 48-43% polling advantage over Donald Trump in a multi-candidate race in PA.
🎂 Happy Birthday. Cake and candles for Rep. Dane Watro.
🗞️ Pennsylvania Headlines >> Your Inbox. Where can you find all the latest news on what’s happening in Keystone State politics? Sign up for the PoliticsPA Playbook. We’ll deliver all the latest headlines in an easy-to-read format every weekday at 8 AM. And it’s free. Add your name to the list and subscribe now.
“Pennsylvania remains front and center on the national election stage as former President Donald J. Trump returns Saturday for a campaign rally in Luzerne County’s hub, Wilkes-Barre.
Northeast Pennsylvania proved to be a stronghold for Trump in the 2020 election.
While President Joe Biden comfortably carried Lackawanna County and to a lesser extent, Monroe County, Trump rolled in Luzerne County and the five other counties on its border: Wyoming, Sullivan, Columbia, Schuylkill, Carbon.” (CNHI News)
Related
Harris, Walz Announce Pennsylvania Bus Tour to Launch in Pittsburgh. “Presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris and running mate Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz are set to kick off a Pennsylvania bus tour Sunday in Pittsburgh.Though a specific schedule hasn’t been released, the tour is expected to focus on meeting voters in community settings such as retail locations while also including canvass kickoff events.” (Greensburg Tribune-Review)
Americans Give Harris An Advantage Over Trump on Honesty and Discipline, An AP-NORC Poll Finds. “Nearly half of Americans say that “committed to democracy” and “disciplined” are attributes that better describe Harris. About 3 in 10 say these qualities better describe Trump.” (AP)
In Pennsylvania, Harris Can’t Shake Her Anti-Fracking Past. “After years of positioning herself as a climate crusader and ardent opponent of fracking, Kamala Harris has avoided mention of such credentials in this must-win state for Democrats, where natural gas drives the economy, culture and everyday conversation.” (Washington Post)
“Democrats (3.9M) continue to hold a registration advantage over Republicans (3.55M) by approximately 356,000 voters. Those registered with no affiliation total just over one million (1.03M), while other party registrants are just under 345,000.
Democrats dominate the big cities and southeast collar counties, ceding to the GOP the other 54 counties in the state.” (PoliticsPA)
Related
Struggle for PA House Underway With Door-To-Door Campaigns and Speculation On Effects of Trump, Harris. “The struggle for control of the closely divided Pennsylvania House of Representatives is playing out on thousands of doorsteps across the state.” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)
Forward Party Places Pair on PA Ballot. “Montgomery County’s Eric Settle and Allegheny County’s Chris Foster will be placed on the November ballot for Attorney General and State Treasurer, respectively.” (PoliticsPA)
PA Small Businesses Getting Record Amount of Work From State Government. “An initiative launched by Gov. Josh Shapiro’s administration last September aimed at helping small business navigate the process of getting state government business is paying off.” (PennLive)
Reading Could Become Third Pennsylvania City to Ban Ghost Guns After Court Ruling. “The Reading City Council took a historic step Monday to ban the sale or transfer of so-called ghost guns — unserialized firearms made from parts, kits or 3D-printed pieces that can be sold without background checks.” (Penn Capital-Star)
The $567M Price Tag of Gun Violence in Pennsylvania. “The debate over gun violence prevention often boils down to constitutionality and grim crime statistics. While the human impact of the issue can’t be fully measured, it’s not impossible to put some real numbers behind the fallout.” (The Center Square)
“Jenna Richter never planned to move to the suburbs.
“We’re city folks that moved out to the country,” Richter, 38, said.
A liberal Democrat who abhors former President Donald Trump, Richter took her politics with her. She plans to vote for Vice President Kamala Harris this year. People like Richter have defined a political shift to the left in her new town and throughout the Philadelphia collar counties. ” (Philadelphia Inquirer)
Related
Referendum to Ban Pittsburgh From Conducting Business With Israel Faces Legal Challenges. “City of Pittsburgh operations could come grinding to a halt — buildings dark, public transport riders stranded, firefighters unable to enter burning buildings and paramedics unable to administer life-saving drugs — if a proposed ballot measure seeking to cut all ties to Israel is passed in November.” (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)
Lancaster County Democrats Schedule Private Meeting to Replace Rep. Mike Sturla on Ballot. “Democratic Party officials in parts of Lancaster County covered by the 96th Legislative District are scheduled to meet Wednesday evening to pick their preferred candidate to run for the state House seat in November.” (LNP | Lancaster Online)
Amid Flood of AI Open-Records Requests, Somerset County Among Governments Adjusting Policies. “An onslaught of Right-to-Know requests submitted through artificial intelligence tools has raised the eyebrows of public records clerks in governmental agencies across Pennsylvania, including Somerset County.” (Johnstown Tribune-Democrat)
Philly-Based Influencers Weigh In On Their Rise In Political Clout. “Political campaigns hope to parlay an influencer’s authentic relationship with their audience into votes for their candidate.” (WHYY)
Podcast: Waltzing With Conor Lamb. “Former Congressman Conor Lamb shares personal anecdotes about working with Tim Walz. He also provides unique insights on how national Democrats can best communicate about the natural gas industry.” (Kitchen Table Politics)
“As society’s feelings toward dating apps have shifted from taboo to fun to frustrating, the underlying businesses are being forced to rethink their products.
The big picture: Dating apps were initially novel, each with a unique twist — Tinder was about swiping for a hookup, Hinge connected mutual friends via Facebook, and Bumble had women make the first move.
Over time, those lines have blurred, as the apps found themselves gravitating toward the same growth and monetization strategies.” (Axios)
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